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As a form of nasal irrigation, the neti pot is nothing new, and it is certainly not the only way to clear the sinuses. In fact, nasal irrigation has been used in many civilizations for centuries and can be traced back to the Hindu practice of Indian Ayurveda and considered a personal hygiene ritual to be performed daily.
What are healthcare practitioners doing to bridge the gap between patient care and staying safe amid the outbreak?
One man’s fungus is another man’s medicine. Mushrooms can affect receptors in the human body that bind specifically to nonhuman derived carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and glucans!
Sulfur is one of the most abundant minerals in the human body. People who are vegan/vegetarian may be especially at risk for not getting enough sulfur as their diets do not provide adequate amounts of sulfur amino acids.
With the nation’s rate of obesity approaching 40% comes the direct effect of more weight on the joints, and in particular the knees.1 Painful knees and symptoms of osteoarthritis in the knee are increasing, affecting 25% of adults by limiting function and mobility.1 Additionally, osteoarthritis is the most common cause of knee pain in those over 50, and a major indicator for knee replacement.1
With the awareness that February is American Heart Month, it is prudent to check in with patients regarding any cardiovascular support regimen they may need. The plethora of information available to patients about diet, exercise, and supplements that support heart health should be reduced to a practitioner-recommended program based on individual needs. Here we will review supplements that you may consider utilizing to support patient heart health.
It may be one of the hardest habits to reduce or eliminate for patients who want to lose weight, but snacking may be more than just a habit.
The extent to which your patients adhere to a treatment protocol can be a major stumbling block in their overall wellness regimen, and may require a different approach to address the issue.
The burgeoning growth and popularity of plant-based diets is a positive on many levels for health. However, it is the increasing prevalence of plant-based vegetarian and vegan diets that presents the challenge of vitamin B12 deficiency for those who follow them.
With obesity and overweight on the rise and estimated to become a reality for 50% of Americans by 2030,1 it becomes crucial to give patients the tools they need to achieve a healthy weight.
